Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 box (18.25 oz) yellow or white cake mix
- 1 box (6 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 4 eggs
- 1 can (15 oz) fruit cocktail, drained
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
30-35 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the cake mix, pudding mix, oil, and eggs until well combined.
- Stir in the drained fruit cocktail and chopped walnuts, if desired.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Moist and flavorful
- Texture is dense and crumbly
- Sweet and fruity
User Comments:
- "This cake is absolutely delicious! It's so moist and has the perfect amount of sweetness."
- "I love the combination of fruits in this cake. It's a refreshing change from the usual chocolate or vanilla cake."
- "I've made this cake several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends."
- "It's easy to make and the ingredients are easily available in most supermarkets."
- "This cake is perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to picnics."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have fruit cocktail, you can use a combination of fresh or frozen fruit such as strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries.
- To make the cake even more decadent, you can top it with a whipped cream or cream cheese frosting.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
